Rescheduled Date: Thursday, September 24, 2020 | 6PM
Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt
River Hero Honoree: Tim Timmerman | Special Recognition: John Lay | Event Chair: David L. Roche
We’re looking forward to an evening of celebration with you either at an in person, socially-distanced gathering or virtually in the comfort of your homes.
We are currently SOLD OUT of tables! To be added to the wait list, please email Keri Kelley Pearson, keri@coloradoriver.org
Underwriting Sponsorships are still available!
DONATE TO THE AUCTION | VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
Thank you for joining us for our Virtual Gathering & Mini-Auction. On May 14, we commemorated our original Gala date and with your help, raised over $8,000 to continue our mission during these uncertain times. Thank you to all of our supporters!
YouTube Live!
Thank you to our 2020 Gala Sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor
Evening Program Sponsor
Colorado River Sponsors
Pedernales River Sponsors
Tim & Debbie Collins | David & Becky Roche | Friends of Tim
Llano River Sponsors
Jim & Cindy DeCosmo | John & Meg Erskine | The Lay Family | Lesley & John Pitts | Armbrust & Brown, PLLC | Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP | Colorado River Land Trust | DuBois Bryant & Campbell | Freese and Nichols, Inc | Frost | HNTB | HPI Real Estate Services & Investments | Horizon Bank | IBC Bank | PMB Helin Donovan | Prominent Title | Prosperity Bank | rand* Construction | Rifeline
San Saba River Sponsors
Allen Family Foundation | Marty & Pam Akins | Steve & Joan Clark | Ronald Gertson | Anne & Russ Keene | Marie & Barth Timmerman | Pam & Neel White | Benny Boyd Auto Group | Blanton & Associates | Daniel B. Stephens & Associates, Inc | First National Bank of Bastrop | Smith Turrieta Engineering | Twin Liquors
Concho River Sponsors
Elijah Craig Bourbon | Land Strategies, Inc | Southside Bank | Teeple Partners Inc
Thank you to our Legacy Leaders!
DISCOUNTED HOTEL ROOM RATE: $249
Come early and stay late at Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt!
Kimpton is offering gala attendees a discounted room rate the night of the gala.
Book before August 7, 2020
25th Anniversary Gala
THE EVENT
Each year, hundreds of Austin’s industry leaders and key influencers come together at this annual fundraiser with the shared goal to make a positive impact for the future of our beloved Texas Colorado River. This truly memorable event features exquisite food & drink, luxury silent auction, thrilling live auction, and other fun surprises. All funds raised will go to support water education for youth & the community which builds awareness for protecting the Texas Colorado River and keep it healthy for future generations.
THE ALLIANCE
At the Colorado River Alliance, we believe that a healthy, flowing river is imperative to the well-being of our communities and our state. Our mission is to champion the long-term vitality of the Texas Colorado River through education and engagement. We dedicate resources, time, and energy to educating Texans about how the Texas Colorado River supports us and how, in turn, we can ensure the longevity of its health. Since 1994, the Alliance has been connecting kids to the river, teaching them about natural resources, and helping to nurture a generation of water stewards and ambassadors.
THE IMPORTANCE
Because of its importance to our state’s economy, our environment, our industry, our agriculture, and especially our lives as Texans, the Texas Colorado River is truly the lifeblood of our state. It is also the lifeblood of Austin’s $150B economy, which provides recreational and social environment envied throughout the nation. Although the river is stable now, history has shown us time and time again that it isn’t permanent. Droughts and floods are unpredictable and we must prepare for such disasters to prevent devastation. In order to maintain this precious resource for future generations to use and enjoy, we must educate today’s youth on its importance and take action by keeping it clean and flowing.
GALA COMMITTEE
Susan Turrieta, Committee Chair
Sally Lay Allen | Amy Ashbaugh | Kelly Belt | Debbie Collins | Cindy DeCosmo | Lauren Crosby | Laura Villagran Johnson | Melissa Miller | Keri Kelley Pearson | Sarah Webster | Wade Webster | Amanda Wilson
